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Many marriages fail because of infidelity by one or both spouses. Adultery, having sex with someone other than your spouse, can come as a shock to the spouse who has not strayed. The betrayal of a cheating spouse can cause emotional pain and anger. Proof of adultery can affect court…

When filing for divorce, many unhappy spouses in North Carolina wonder if it matters who files first. The answer is it depends on the specific circumstances. In many divorce cases, it does not make a difference who files first. If you are considering ending your marriage, you should seek the…

A divorce can be expensive. On average, divorce lawyers in North Carolina charge $550 per hour. Divorce attorneys are paid for their time as well as for their knowledge and experience. But if you truly cannot afford a lawyer and meet certain other conditions, North Carolina offers a DIY divorce and…

When we marry, we do it in front of friends and family with vows that state our intention to be joined for life. When a marriage fails, we may wonder who among the community around us needs to know. When and how do you tell friends about your divorce? And…

 According to the CDC, a little over two million marriages took place in the U.S. in a recent year. That same year, more than 673,000 other marriages ended in divorce. Couples decide to divorce for many reasons. Some couples divorce due to irreconcilable conflicts or money issues. In other cases,…

Domestic law firm offers trusted guidance to people going through life’s difficult transitions Charles R. Ullman & Associates is pleased to announce that attorney Kathleen McDonald is joining the respected Raleigh, North Carolina law firm as an Associate Attorney. The law firm concentrates on family law matters, including separation, divorce,…

North Carolina law does not afford many legal rights for couples who live together before marriage. The state does not recognize common-law marriage. This means if a couple splits up, they will have no legal protection regarding how property is divided. There is also no rule on whether either party…

Regardless of what causes a divorce, the process of separation and divorce takes an emotional toll on those involved. The dissolution of a marriage—even an amicable divorce—is almost always a challenging time filled with many emotions. Some observers have suggested that the emotional stages of divorce are comparable to Swiss-American…

No matter the situation, navigating the complex North Carolina family court system can be stressful and overwhelming. How can you hope to achieve a favorable result when just filing the correct paperwork feels daunting? You need a champion for your rights when confronting the challenges of family court. When your…

One of the most important considerations during a divorce is how your child’s medical insurance and expenses will be paid following the dissolution of your marriage. Most insurance companies prohibit policyholders from keeping ex-spouses on their plans. However, North Carolina law requires divorcing parents to provide health and dental insurance…